Obituary Notices and Memorial Services
Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel
Remembering Loved Ones in Parker County and Surrounding Areas
Darlene Reddell
Jan 28, 2008
Darlene Reddell, 63, of Hico, went to live with her Heavenly Father on Monday, January 28, 2008. Darlene was born Nov. 28, 1944 in west Texas to Cecil Allen and Geneva Powell. A former resident of Weatherford and 30 year resident of Granbury, she attended Claret Baptist Church and the Church of Christ in Granbury. Darlene was a loving, caring...
Phil Edward Nixon
Jan 27, 2008
Phil Edward Nixon, 63, of Weatherford, passed away on Sunday January 27, 2008 in the local hospital. Born on April 21, 1944 in Eden, Texas to Jasper and Eva Nixon. Phil loved hunting, fishing and all other outdoor activities. He was an excellent marksman, and no dove was safe in his sights. Mr. Nixon was preceded in death by his...
Marie Bruner
Jan 25, 2008
Marie Bruner, 91, of Granbury, peacefully passed away Friday, January 25, 2008 at Town Hall Estates in Keene, TX. Marie was born March 22, 1916 in Noodle, TX to John E. and Maggie Rosson. She married Sam Bruner in 1937 and together they farmed near Hamlin, TX. In 1976, following retirement, the couple moved to Weatherford where they lived until...
Janice H. Davis
Jan 20, 2008
Janice H. Davis, 73, of Weatherford, died Sunday, January 20, 2008, at her residence surrounded by her family. Janice was born August 2, 1934, in Brownwood, Texas. She was a member of Central Christian Church since 1964. Janice moved to Springtown with her family in 1965. Janice lived her life fulfilling her only dream, raising her family and taking...
E. A. "Buddy" Brunson
Jan 20, 2008
E.A”Buddy” Brunson, 73, of Weatherford died Sunday, January 20, 2008 at his residence. Born March 30, 1934 in Odds, Texas, he grew up in Marlin, Texas and was a long time resident of Weatherford. Buddy was employed for Motheral Printing Company for 27 years. He was a Korean Conflict veteran serving three active years in the US Marine Corps and...
Pauline Cortez-Leal
Jan 15, 2008
Pauline Cortez-Leal, 86, of Weatherford passed away Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2008. Mrs. Cortez-Leal was born July 26, 1921, in Rio Frio to Santiago and Sarah Albarado. She was a longtime resident of Weatherford and a member of St. Stephen's Catholic Church. She will be missed greatly by all those that loved her. Her memory will live forever in our hearts....
Ted S. "Buddy" Grable
Jan 15, 2008
Ted S. “Buddy” Grable, 73, of Weatherford died Tuesday, January 15, 2008 in a Fort Worth hospital. Born June 8, 1934 in Weatherford where he was a life long resident. Buddy owned Buddy Grable Plumbing, was a member of North Side Baptist Church and the Masonic Lodge. He loved the outdoors, enjoying fishing and hunting. Buddy was preceded in death...
Raymond Charles "Boomer" Koopman
Jan 14, 2008
Raymond Charles “Boomer” Koopman, 42, passed away Monday, Jan. 14, 2008.Raymond Koopman was born June 6, 1965. He was a very loving dad, brother and friend — a man that never met a stranger. Ray served in the Army for 17 years. He also proudly served Hudson Oaks/Willow Park Police Force. He was recognized as an outstanding officer. One of...
Kathryn E. Warren
Jan 12, 2008
Kathryn E. Warren, 56, of Springtown, died Saturday, January 12, 2008. Kathy was born November 6, 1951 in Freeport, Texas, she was store manager for J.C. Penney at Heartland Mall in Early, Texas. Kathy served J.C. Penney’s faithfully for 31 years. She was a loving wife, mother, sister and grandmother and was a loving cherished friend. Her motto was always...
Alexander Michael Hopkins
Jan 12, 2008
Alexander Michael Hopkins, 18, of Weatherford died Saturday, January 12, 2008 at his residence. Born August 1, 1989 in Fort Worth, Texas, he was along time resident of Parker County. Alex was a member of Grace First Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his father, Robert Hopkins and wife Debbie of Weatherford, mother, Karen Thomason of Weatherford; sister, Ashley Thomason; ...
Joe David McAuley
Jan 11, 2008
Joe David McAuley, 34, of Weatherford, passed away on Friday, January 11, 2008. He was born March 16, 1973 in Mineral Wells, Texas to David and Gaye McAuley. Joe worked as a supervisor for Andrew Corporation. He is Survived by his wife, Natalie McAuley of Weatherford, Children, Hunter, Logan and Hailey McAuley of Weatherford, mother, Sylvia Gaye McAuley of Whitt, ...
Evelyn Yvonne Pidgeon
Jan 11, 2008
Evelyn Yvonne Pidgeon, age 80, of Weatherford, died Friday evening, January 11, 2008, in a local nursing center. Born May 26,1927 in Ranger, a resident of Ranger and Weatherford all her life. She was a homemaker and cosmetician for Skillern’s Drug for 14 years and retired in 1977. Mrs. Pidgeon is preceded in death by her husband, Thurman Albert Pidgeon....
Arlin Albert Ard Sr.
Jan 9, 2008
Arlin Albert Ard, Sr., age 66, of Weatherford, died Wednesday evening, January 9, 2008 in a Fort Worth Hospital. Born February 10, 1941 in Poolville, a resident of Weatherford and Parker County all his life. He retired from Bell Helicipter after 35 years, member of the Baptist Church and he loved fishing, hunting, his family and grandkids. He was preceded...
Marvin Cecil Thomas
Jan 6, 2008
Marvin Cecil Thomas, 87, of Denis, passed away on Sunday morning, January 6, 2008, at his residence. He was born October 31, 1920 in Anson, Texas to Jesse and Mattie Thomas. Mr. Thomas was a Forman of the Lazy Bend Ranch for 25 years, a member of the Parker County Sheriffs Posse for 40 years and also the Captain of...
Freddie Joe Warren
Jan 5, 2008
Freddie Joe Warren, 58, passed away Saturday, January 5, 2008. Freddie was born October 21, 1949 in Soperton, GA to Joe E. and Annie Laurie Warren.He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Baby Joe, sister, JoAnn Offord, and brother Richard Warren.Survivors: wife, Louise; son, Royce Joe Payne; sisters, Linda Darlene Payne and Peggy Croker; four grandchildren, Synobia...
Cynthia Ann Chapman
Jan 4, 2008
Cynthia Ann Chapman, age 46, of Aledo, died on Friday, January 4, 2008 in Fort Worth. Born February 20, 1961 in Weatherford, Texas, a resident of Parker County all her life. She was an Air Line Flight Attendant and faithful member of the Aledo First Baptist Church. Cynthia enjoyed singing and had the voice of an angel. She was preceded...
Mildred Ruth
Jan 4, 2008
Mildred Ruth, age 82, of Weatherford, died early Friday morning, January 4, 2008, She went home to her Lord and Savior with her family by her side. Born April 17, 1925 in Hood County, Texas, a resident of Weatherford and Parker County for many years. Mrs. Ruth was a homemaker and had attended the Tin Top Church of Christ for...
Dorothy Alice Bonnell
Jan 4, 2008
Dorothy Alice Bonnell, Age 78, of Weatherford, died Friday evening, January 4, 2008 in a local nursing facility. Born September 19, 1929 in Fort Worth, a resident of Las Vegas for 46 years, before moving to Weatherford 21/2 years ago. She was a homemaker and retail sales clerk. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ron Scarlett, a son,...
Larry Cummins
Dec 31, 2007
Larry Cummins, age 73, of Weatherford, died on Monday, December 31, 2007 in the Veterans Hospital in Dallas, Born May 31, 1934 in Peaster, Texas, a resident of Weatherford and Parker County all his life. He was a cattle broker, member of the Church of Christ and a Navy Veteran of Korean Conflict. Survivors: Wife – Juanita Cummins of Weatherford ...
Richard F. "Ric" Williamson
Dec 30, 2007
Richard F. ("Ric") Williamson was a commissioner of the Texas Transportation Commission and served as that body’s chair as it supervised statewide activities of the Texas Department of Transportation. He was appointed to the commission by Governor. Rick Perry in March 2001 and was named the group’s chair effective January. 29, 2004.
Prior to his appointment to the Texas...